Procurement and Financial Specialist

Court Name/Organization Alabama Southern District Court

Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama is seeking applications for a full-time Procurement and Financial Specialist. This permanent position is based in Mobile, Alabama, a vibrant Gulf Coast city known for its beautiful beaches, mild winters, laid-back culture, revitalized downtown, and affordable cost of living. Mobile is also famously recognized as the birthplace of Mardi Gras.

The Procurement and Financial Specialist procures supplies, services, equipment and furnishings ensuring the court unit functions optimally. The incumbent assesses requests for goods and services, ensuring they are allowable under federal laws and judiciary policies. In conjunction withthe Financial Director, the incumbent conducts in-depth research, analyzes options, and communicates the results for complex procurements. The incumbent prepares detailed solicitation specifications, negotiates service contracts, and prepares purchase orders utilizing a strong knowledge of procurement policies and practices.

This position will also perform various accounting and financial activities to ensure the accountability of funds collected, deposited, distributed, and disbursed. The Procurement and Financial Specialist ensures compliance with appropriate federal contracting laws, ensures accuracy and completeness of records, and maintains compliance with internal controls and separation of duty guidelines, while preventing legal or personal liability against the court unit executive and the employee.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.